Helen Watson

Helen Watson is an accomplished higher education administrator with extensive experience in strategic planning, resource allocation, and operational management. Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer at City, University of London since January 2022, Helen previously held the position of Registrar and Secretary at Goldsmiths, University of London from February 2017 to January 2022. At the University of Oxford, from January 2011 to February 2017, Helen was the Director of Planning & Resource Allocation, where responsibilities included strategic planning, budgeting, and policy advice. Earlier in their career, Helen established the Strategy and Planning unit at City University London and headed the administrative structures for the School of Allied Health Sciences. Academic credentials include a Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration from IOE - UCL's Faculty of Education and Society and a BA (Hons) in Music from the University of Oxford.